Behavioural support worker
| Posting date: | 26 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £90.0 to £130.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 December 2025 |
| Location: | Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UE |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4750104_1764145092 |
Summary
Behavioural support worker - Northampton
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Northampton
Join Our Team as a Behavioural Support Worker - Make a Difference Today!
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have experience managing challenging behaviour and helping students thrive in education? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Why Apply for Behavioural support worker Jobs with Hays Education?
We are recruiting Behavioural support workers for schools across Northamptonshire, including Northampton, Corby, Wellingborough, and Daventry. These schools provide specialist support for pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and moderate learning difficulties who need a nurturing environment to succeed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build positive relationships with students
- Support emotional regulation and social development
- Work closely with teachers and SEN teams to create a safe, structured learning environment
- Encourage independence and confidence through tailored support
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Minimum 1 year experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour
- Backgrounds in sports coaching, social care, youth support, early years, or mentoring are highly valued.
Benefits of Working as a Behavioural support worker:
- Competitive pay rates
- Holiday pay & pension contributions
- Access to the Hays Hub app for easy booking management
- Ongoing CPD and professional development
- Dedicated support from our experienced team
- Refer-a-Friend bonus worth £250 in vouchers
What to do now:
Ready to make a difference? Click 'Apply Now' to send your CV or call us for more details. Not the right role? Contact us for a confidential chat about other opportunities.
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